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Pictured: More than 190 people attended a “birthday party” in June
2006 to celebrate Sevenoaks’ 45th year in service.
to mark 45 years since its official opening. The event was
a defining moment in the history of Sevenoaks with the
acknowledgment of its beginnings, the people who lived
and worked there over the years and its future with the
redevelopment project soon to enter the building phase.
The early months of 2007 saw the refurbishment and
internal relocation of two households in preparation for the
partial demolition of the existing building. Staff worked with
enthusiasm to ensure the relocation occurred with a minimum
amount of stress for all concerned. This paved the way for
the fencing of the construction site for the proposed new
buildings. The project is a complex one requiring a multistaged
approach. A small committee worked to develop a
comprehensive brief for the architect with accessibility,
liveability and functionality key elements in design based on
the consultation provided by residents, family members, staff
and other key stakeholders. Construction of the six homes
and communal administration area will begin late 2007.
Residents, family members and staff are positive about the
future model of support. Residents are keen to move into
their new homes and enjoy increased levels of individualised
support.
Sunshine Coast Adult Services
Some great work went into developing the Sunshine
Coast Accommodation Service, often in highly demanding
circumstances, with the service growing from 12 to 20
clients in the financial year.
In a very short time-frame the service has grown significantly.
There is still more work ahead, but the remodelling of the
service has seen some very positive results. Particularly
impressive was the development of some individual clients,
who began demonstrating skills that were previously thought
unlikely.
Focus for the immediate future will be placed on continuous
improvement with some limited growth. Longer term goals
include the development of a Sunshine Coast Day Service.
PathwayZ
It was a significant year for PathwayZ, as the service prepared
to move off the Fig Tree Pocket site due to the Sevenoaks
redevelopment. Fifteen clients transferred to new premises
at Ashgrove in August 2006 and a second new building was
secured in Windsor to cater for up to 21 clients.
The Ashgrove site was able to make several major purchases
over the financial year including new lighting, a DVD player,
cutlery and crockery, a computer network, a phone system,
outdoor furniture and plants. Successful grants were also
obtained for a stand-up hoist and accessories, a ceiling hoist
and accessories and two televisions.
PathwayZ enjoyed a low staff turnover rate this year and
was again successful in external Quality Assurance audits.
A volunteer group of eight people remained active with
an arrangement with Huckle Berry Japan proving to be
successful.
Major Events
• Trivia Function, October 2006
• Volunteer’s Cricket Day, October 2006
• Halloween Disco, October 2006
• Christmas Party, December 2006
• Australia Day Sausage Sizzle, January 2007
• Planning and Review Day, February 2007
• Valentines Disco, February 2007
• Colour Your Day, February 2007
• Easter Celebrations, April 2007
Cascade Services
It was another exciting year at Cascade Services, with the
commencement of five new clients and the development of
a number of new initiatives.
LinX, a recreation service, provided support on weekdays,
evenings and weekends to more than 60 people. LinX
Getaways, which targets people aged 16 to 20 years who
are still at school, held three camps at Landsborough and
Caloundra.
Twenty five artists are now supported in the visual arts
workshop program. The service relocated to a new community
arts space, Artell. In December the service moved from Grant
Street to Silvyn Street, which has provided a new home for
the visual and performing arts program. There are plans to
establish a gallery and shop at the front of the building.
The exhibition “Think outside the chair” broke Redcliffe City
Gallery records for sales with over $3500 worth of work
sold.
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